Latest Updates:
Stuart to Host Town Hall to Discusses Issues Facing Small Businesses
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To provide small business owners and other stakeholders an opportunity to discuss issues facing community business, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a Small Business Citizens Advisory Committee. The event will be held on December 20th from 6 pm to 7 pm at the Collinsville Chamber of Commerce at 221 N. Main Street Collinsville.
DeLuca Highlights the Benefits of Southland Casino
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – In response to news that the villages of Hazel Crest and Homewood were selected by the state to develop a new south suburban casino, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, sought to highlight the economic benefits the Casino would bring to the area.
Stuart Shares Information for Those Impacted by Storm
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill- Following the devastating storms and tornados near Edwardsville, State Representative Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, shared the below statement:
Vella Hosts Art Show, Highlights Art from Local High School Students
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, hosted his second art show last week at his district office.
Speaker Welch’s Statement on Governor Pritzker Signing Senate Bill 1040
“This pandemic has highlighted the vital importance of equitable health care access for all.”
Rita Statement on Signing of Bill Supporting Re-Opening of Hospitals
BLUE ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Robert “Bob” Rita, D-Blue Island, released the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker signing Senate Bill 1040, which Rita co-sponsored:
Nichols Highlights Opening of Rental Assistance Program Applications
CHICAGO – To ensure that all residents are able to keep a roof over their head, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents who are at risk of housing instability to apply for the Illinois Rental Payment Program (ILRPP), which can assist tenants with rental payments.
Slaughter Encourages Renters and Property Owners to Apply for Rental Assistance
CHICAGO – To ensure that Illinois families can afford to stay in their rental properties during the upcoming months amidst the pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local families and individuals to apply for the latest round of rental assistance from the state.
Slaughter Encourages Local Holiday Shoppers to Review 2021 Safe Shopping Guide
CHICAGO – To help protect children this holiday season, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local holiday shoppers, parents and guardians to consult Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s annual Safe Shopping Guide.
Mason Hosts Styrofoam Recycling Event in Gurnee December 11
GURNEE, Ill. – Committed to promoting recycling and reducing waste, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is partnering with the Village of Gurnee and the Gurnee Sustainability Committee to host a free Styrofoam recycling event on Saturday, December 11 from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the Gurnee Village Hall.
Avelar Attends COVID-19 Policy Panel at Lewis University
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, visited Lewis University to be a part of the COVID-19 policy panel sponsored by the Lewis University’s Political Science Club to provide a legislative perspective on COVID-19 policies in Illinois.
Vella Encourages Residents to Review Winter Weather Safety Tips
ROCKFORD, Ill. – With winter fast approaching, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is highlighting winter weather safety tips that residents can implement to help stay safe over the coming months.
Slaughter Encourages Local Holiday Shoppers to Review 2021 Safe Shopping Guide
CHICAGO – To help protect children this holiday season, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local holiday shoppers, parents and guardians to consult Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s annual Safe Shopping Guide.
Yang Rohr Encourages Winter Weather Preparedness
Naperville, Ill. – As a part of her continued efforts to promote community safety, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is reminding residents to prepare for severe winter weather.
Yang Rohr to Host Winter Open House
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, and state Sen. Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, are hosting a Winter Open House on Saturday, December 18 at 10:00a.m. at their district office.
Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force Releases the First List of Grantees Funded by Taxpayers
CHICAGO – Underscoring transparency, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, and state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Mt. Greenwood, are encouraging the public to review violence prevention program grantee lists now posted on ilga.gov in advance of a Monday hearing on the efforts.
Stuart to Collect Diapers During Month of December
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help families in need, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a diaper collection drive in partnership with the Metro East Diaper Bank and the Madison County Diaper Bank during the month of December. Donations can be dropped off at Rep. Stuart’s district office at 2105 Vandalia St., Unit #16 in Collinsville.
Kelly Takes Office, Opens Constituent Services Office to Serve Local Residents
CHICAGO, Ill. – Following his appointment as state Representative in the 15th district, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, is highlighting the different state services and assistance provided by his district office.